DAEM S.A. is the technology arm of the Municipality of Athens, responsible for designing, implementing, and operating the city's digital infrastructure, information systems, and smart city platforms. As the primary vehicle through which Athens deploys its digital transformation strategy, DAEM plays a central role in the city's transition to a connected, data-driven municipality.
The company manages the city's core IT infrastructure, including network systems, data centres, and cybersecurity operations, while also developing and maintaining citizen-facing digital services such as online permits, digital payments, and municipal service portals. DAEM has been instrumental in deploying Athens' smart city infrastructure, including environmental sensor networks that monitor air quality, noise, and temperature across the city, intelligent street lighting systems that adjust brightness based on activity, and open data platforms that make municipal datasets available to researchers and citizens.
The company also supports the implementation of EU-funded smart city projects, providing the technical expertise needed to integrate new technologies into the city's existing digital ecosystem. DAEM's workforce combines public sector knowledge with private sector technical skills, creating a unique capability for translating smart city concepts into practical municipal applications.
The company collaborates with Greek universities, European research networks, and international technology providers to ensure that Athens benefits from the latest innovations in urban technology. As Athens accelerates its smart city ambitions, DAEM's role as the bridge between municipal governance and digital innovation becomes increasingly critical to the city's urban transformation.